Border Security Officer — Federal Law Enforcement

Jobtome; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive up to $15,000/yr

Overtime pay up to $45,000

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to protect the nation’s borders and enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws. This is a full-time federal position with strong benefits and competitive base pay.

Duties include inspections, admissibility determinations, and enforcement of trade and travel regulations. Positions are across multiple U.S. duty locations, with recruitment incentives and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• GS-5/7/9 qualification paths including education or experience
• Ability to perform inspections and determine admissibility
• Familiarity with enforcement of federal laws at borders

Responsibilities

• Enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
• Conduct inspections of individuals and conveyances
• Determine admissibility of entry into the United States
• Prevent illegal entry and contraband smuggling

Skills

Knowledge of CBP laws

Decision making under pressure

Inspections and observations

Risk assessment

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seeks qualified Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) to protect the nation’s borders and enforce customs, immigration, and agriculture laws. This is a full-time federal position with strong benefits and competitive base pay.

Duties include inspections, admissibility determinations, and enforcement of trade and travel regulations. Positions are across multiple U.S. duty locations, with recruitment incentives and overtime opportunities.